Amusing Ourselves to Death
The Political Orphanage
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The Disruptive Nature of Technology
This chapter explores the disruptive effects of new technologies throughout history, comparing the printing press, telegraph, and radio. It questions whether there will be cultural homeostasis with the current onslaught of information and examines the impact on local news. The chapter also discusses the need for reliable news filters and the challenge of reaching a larger audience with nuanced content.
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